Governors, Innovators to Be Honoured at 2025 Nigeria GovTech Awards
Governors Alex Otti (Abia), Ahmadu Fintiri (Adamawa), Douye Diri (Bayelsa), Umar Namadi (Jigawa), Dapo Abiodun (Ogun), and Caleb Mutfwang (Plateau) are among leaders and organisations set to receive honours at the 2025 Nigeria GovTech Public Service Awards.
The awards, organised by the Bureau of Public Service Reforms (BPSR), will be presented during the Nigeria GovTech Conference and Awards, scheduled for October 9–10 at the Banquet Hall of the Presidential Villa, Abuja.
In a statement, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, described this year’s theme — “Redefining Possibilities: Harnessing Emerging Technologies for Public Service Delivery and Socio-Economic Development” — as a strategic response to the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Agenda. He said the focus is on leveraging technology to transform governance, enhance service delivery, and stimulate inclusive economic growth.
The conference is expected to bring together senior government officials, technology innovators, development partners, civil society, and academics to discuss how emerging technologies can modernise public administration and expand socio-economic opportunities.
Director-General of BPSR, Dr. Dasuki I. Arabi, said the awards aim to recognise individuals and organisations who have driven innovation and reform in the public sector. He explained that the 2025 awardees were selected through nationwide nominations and voting across multiple media platforms.
“The awards are designed to celebrate excellence and encourage leaders who have pioneered reforms that strengthen institutions and improve service delivery to Nigerians,” Arabi said.
Now in its third edition, the Nigeria GovTech Conference and Awards has become the country’s leading platform for recognising and promoting technology-driven governance.
